Description
Indulge in the comforting warmth of this Warm Citrus Ginger Chicken Rice Bowl. This dish features tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of citrus and ginger, served over fluffy brown rice. With vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Easy to prepare and endlessly adaptable, this bowl is sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 tbsp freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup green onions, sliced
- 2 cups cooked brown rice
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, combine ginger, garlic, soy sauce, honey, and citrus juices. Marinate chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken in batches until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- In the same skillet, boil leftover marinade for safety; add sesame oil and red pepper flakes. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Fluff cooked brown rice and serve topped with the chicken and sauce, garnished with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg